
2027 Can-Am Defender XU PRO XT HD10
976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$25,399
View full specs2027 Can-Am Defender XU PRO XT HD10 vs 2026 CFMoto UForce U10 Pro Highland: 82 vs 88 hp, 976 cc vs 998 cc, 1947 lb dry vs 1949 lb dry, $25,399 vs $24,499. Full side-by-side specs: powertrain, drivetrain, dimensions, towing and price.

976cc V-twin (Rotax), liquid-cooled
$25,399
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998cc Inline-three (DOHC, 12-valve), liquid-cooled
$24,499
View full specsAcross measured specs the Defender XU PRO XT HD10 leads in 1 category and the UForce U10 Pro Highland in 4. Comparing two utility UTVs, the Defender XU PRO XT HD10 uses a 976 cc v-twin (rotax) with about 82 hp, while the UForce U10 Pro Highland uses a 998 cc inline-three (dohc, 12-valve) with about 88 hp. The UForce U10 Pro Highland has the power edge (88 hp vs 82 hp). The Defender XU PRO XT HD10 is lighter at 1947 lb (vs 1949 lb). At $24,499 the UForce U10 Pro Highland is the more affordable of the two.
Defender XU PRO XT HD10 Can-Am · 2027 View | UForce U10 Pro Highland CFMoto · 2026 View | |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | ||
| Displacement | 976 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine configuration | V-twin (Rotax) | Inline-three (DOHC, 12-valve) |
| Cylinders | 2 | 3 |
| Cooling | Liquid | Liquid |
| Power (approx.) | 82 hp | 88 hp |
| Fuel system | EFI | EFI |
| Starter | Electric | Electric |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Transmission | PRO-TORQ QRS CVT (Extra-L/H/N/R/P) | OmniDrive automatic CVT (P/R/N/H/L) |
| Drive system | Selectable 2WD/4WD | Selectable 2WD/4WD |
| Dimensions & capacity | ||
| Seating | 3 seats | 3 seats |
| Dry weight | 1947 lb (883 kg) | 1949 lb (884 kg) |
| Overall width | 64 in (162.6 cm) | 64 in (162.6 cm) |
| Wheelbase | 115.5 in (293.4 cm) | 81.1 in (206 cm) |
| Ground clearance | 13 in (33 cm) | 13 in (33 cm) |
| Fuel capacity | 10.6 gal (40.1 L) | 11.8 gal (44.7 L) |
| Towing capacity | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) | 2,500 lb (1134 kg) |
| Pricing | ||
| MSRP (base) | $25,399 | $24,499 |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Highlighted figures indicate the stronger spec in each row. Power is approximate crank output; confirm exact numbers with the manufacturer.